Sereia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationseh-RAY-uh / /sɛˈreɪ.ə/Portuguese; Spanish; Greek
Meaning
mermaid (Portuguese); siren (Spanish); serene (Greek)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Portuguese, 'sereia' directly translates to 'mermaid', often associated with folklore and maritime legends. In Spanish, it can refer to a 'siren', a creature from mythology that lures sailors. The Greek connection relates to the word 'siren', which has roots in ancient mythology, symbolizing beauty and danger.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Sereya
- Seraya
International Variants
- Sereia (Portuguese)
- Sereya (Russian)
Famous people named Sereia
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Fictional characters named Sereia
Sereia — folklore.
Sereia — animated adaptations.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sereia was first seen in the United States in 2017. Sereia has ranked as high as #1349 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Sereia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sereia (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 13 |